Senior Highways Operations Leader - Multi-Site £60k-£75k

Omega Resource Group; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK public-sector organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Operations Manager to lead highways services across a district, overseeing complex portfolios and diverse teams. The role requires significant operational management experience, budget oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering or relevant experience and be proficient in leading large, unionized teams. This position offers autonomy in shaping service direction and influence across vital infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Significant senior operational management experience in relevant sectors.
• Strong leadership capabilities for managing unionized workforces.
• In-depth understanding of compliance and risk management in high-risk environments.
• Proven experience with complex budgets and large-scale assets.
• Strong stakeholder engagement abilities in a politically aware setting.
• Driving licence required.
• IOSH Managing Safely & CPL Transport Manager if required.

Responsibilities

• Lead diverse multi-skilled frontline teams for highway and drainage operations.
• Manage planned, reactive, and emergency works safely and efficiently.
• Oversee fleet compliance and high-risk operational environments.
• Deliver capital and revenue through internal teams and contractors.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety legislation and safe systems.

Skills

Operational management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership of frontline teams

Budget management

Compliance management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience

Job description

A leading UK public-sector organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Operations Manager to lead highways services across a district, overseeing complex portfolios and diverse teams. The role requires significant operational management experience, budget oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering or relevant experience and be proficient in leading large, unionized teams. This position offers autonomy in shaping service direction and influence across vital infrastructure projects.